Local Contract Nurse RN - Vaccination
San Mateo, CA
Encode INC
5x4 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – Immunization Program
 

Position Type: Full-Time Contract
Assignment Period: August 31, 2026
Location: San Mateo, CA 94401
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Hours: 4 hours/day | 20 hours/week
Work Setting: Onsite, Patient-Facing
Positions Available: 1
 

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to support an in-store immunization program in San Mateo, California. The RN will be responsible for administering a variety of vaccinations, including flu, COVID-19, MMR, and other routine vaccines, while delivering safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care.

The successful candidate will have strong vaccination and medication-administration skills, excellent interpersonal abilities, and the flexibility to work in a dynamic community healthcare environment.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Safely administer flu, COVID-19, MMR, and other authorized vaccinations.
• Perform appropriate patient screening and assessment before vaccine administration.
• Review relevant patient information and identify potential vaccination concerns or contraindications.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding vaccines, expected reactions, and post-vaccination care.
• Monitor patients following immunization and respond appropriately to adverse reactions.
• Maintain accurate and timely vaccination and patient-care documentation.
• Follow medication administration, infection-control, and patient-safety protocols.
• Use appropriate PPE and maintain a safe clinical environment.
• Communicate professionally with patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and team members.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure efficient patient flow and quality outcomes.
• Adapt to changing patient volumes and operational needs.
• Demonstrate compassion, professionalism, and a patient-first approach at all times.
• Maintain compliance with applicable clinical, regulatory, and safety standards.

Required Qualifications

• Active, full, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state where services are provided.
• At least 1 year of related nursing experience, including immunization/vaccination experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Strong clinical skills, including medication administration.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to administer vaccinations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced community healthcare setting.
• Flexibility with assigned work hours.
• Verifiable High School Diploma or GED.
• Must not be listed on the DEA Excluded Parties List.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in vaccination clinics, retail health, ambulatory care, community health, occupational health, or similar settings.
• Experience administering multiple vaccine types.
• Strong patient education and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative healthcare team.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday
• 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• 20 hours per week
• In-person, patient-facing position.
• Onsite work required as needed.
• PPE will be provided.
• Candidate must remain flexible to accommodate operational and patient-care needs.

Core Competencies

• Immunization & Vaccine Administration
• Medication Administration
• Patient Assessment
• Clinical Judgment
• Patient Education
• Infection Prevention & Control
• Patient Safety
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Professionalism
• Attention to Detail

Candidate Submission Requirement

A completed candidate questionnaire must be included with every candidate submission.